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Automatic Rotating Of Solar Panels Using Sensors

Abstract: The present invention relates to an intelligent solar tracking and monitoring system that enhances the efficiency of solar energy collection by dynamically adjusting the orientation of a solar panel based on real-time environmental conditions. The system comprises a solar panel connected to a control unit, a light sensor, an inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensor, a temperature sensor, voltage and current sensors, a motor with a motor drive, a relay, and a Wi-Fi communication module. The IMU and light sensors detect the position of the sun and ambient light conditions, allowing the control unit to adjust the solar panel’s orientation through the motor for optimal sunlight exposure. The system operates autonomously using energy supplied by the solar panel itself, with the relay managing power distribution. Temperature, voltage, and current sensors monitor environmental and operational parameters to maintain performance and safety. Additionally, the system is equipped with a Wi-Fi module to enable remote monitoring and control from any location. This invention ensures higher energy yield, self-sustained operation, and remote accessibility, making it suitable for residential, industrial, and remote area applications.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
04 July 2025
Publication Number
30/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
PHYSICS
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY
ARCADIA GRANT, P.O. CHANDANWARI, PREMNAGAR, DEHRADUN - 248007, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA

Inventors

1. Yash Gupta
Uttaranchal University Arcadia Grant, P.O. Chandanwari, Premnagar, Dehradun - 248007, Uttarakhand, India
2. Lachi Singh Chauhan
Uttaranchal University Arcadia Grant, P.O. Chandanwari, Premnagar, Dehradun - 248007, Uttarakhand, India
3. Kapil Joshi
Uttaranchal University Arcadia Grant, P.O. Chandanwari, Premnagar, Dehradun - 248007, Uttarakhand, India

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to Automatic rotating of solar panels using Sensors
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Solar energy is the one of the best sources of the green energy. It is also one of the easiest way to produce electricity for common people at their homes, but the problem with solar panels is that they are not able to convert 100% light energy to electrical energy and waste more than 50% but if we want to produce more electrical energy by it, we need to keep it moving with the direction of the sunlight. A.R.S.P. device could help us to solve this problem. Solar panels are most efficient when they are facing the sun directly. However, the sun changes its position throughout the day and across seasons, which can reduce the amount of sunlight that fixed solar panels receive.
Traditional solar tracking systems often rely on electrical components and motors, which can be costly and require time to time maintenance. A non-electrical tracking system will offer a sustainable and low-maintenance alternative to maximize the efficiency of solar panels. The problem statement is to develop a cost-effective, non- electrical device that can accurately track the sun movement and adjust the position of solar panels to maintain best possible exposure. This device should be reliable, easy to install, and capable of operating without external power sources.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
Figure 1 consist of Solar panel, voltage sensor, current sensor, Light sensor, Temperature sensor, control unit, IMU sensor, Relay, Motor drive, Motor, Wi-Fi Device, Solar power supply. Here IMU Sensor commands the motor through control unit to move with the sun. Through light sensor, we will be able to operate the whole system. The power required for the sensors and everything attached in this device will be fulfilled with the solar. Wi-Fi is used to access the data of device anywhere around world.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
Figure 1: Block Diagram for Smart Solar Panel
Figure 2: Block Diagram of the device
Figure 3: Functional Diagram of Smart Solar Panel
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
Figure 1 consist of Solar panel, voltage sensor, current sensor, Light sensor, Temperature sensor, control unit, IMU sensor, Relay, Motor drive, Motor, Wi-Fi Device, Solar power supply. Here IMU Sensor commands the motor through control unit to move with the sun. Through light sensor, we will be able to operate the whole system. The power required for the sensors and everything attached in this device will be fulfilled with the solar .Wi-Fi is used to access the data of device anywhere around world. Different components of the above diagram is explained below in detail:
Voltage Sensor (101) – The voltage sensor in the above device is used to measure the voltage output of the panel and helps in regulating power flow.
Current Sensor (102) – The current sensor is used in the figure 1 to measure the flow of electrical current produced by the solar panel and thus helps in power generation.
Light Sensor (103) – Light sensor will detect the light falling on the solar panel and will adjust the position of the solar panel accordingly to maximize the production of energy from the solar panel.
Temperature Sensor (104)– Temperature sensor will give us the exact temperature of the sunlight falling on the solar panel device and will help in adjusting the position of the solar panel device.
Controlling Unit (105) – Controlling Unit is used here for managing and optimizing the power generated by solar panel and will help in distributing the energy efficiently.
Relay (106) – Relay is an electrical switch which is used in solar panel device to automate power flow and manage load switching in the system.
Motor Drive (107) – This component is used in this above figure to adjust the panel’s orientation for the maximum sunlight absorption and control the movement of motors that rotate the solar panel according to the sun’s position.
Motor (108) – The role of the motor is that it is used to adjust the panel’s position throughout the day according to the sun’s position to increase the efficiency by absorbing the maximum sunlight.
Solar Panel (109) - The solar panel is the core component of the solar panel device which is used to absorb the sunlight and it changes the sunlight in the electricity using the photovoltaic cells. The electricity produced is further used in households, factories, etc.
IMU Sensor (110) – IMU Sensor is the main key component of this solar device which automatically changes its orientation according to the sunlight falling on the solar panel. IMU produces electricity even on the cloudy days by adjusting the panel’s orientation perfectly.
Solar Power Supply (111) – The role of solar power supply is to maintain the stable and reliable electrical energy from solar panels and thus manages the power distribution, storage and regulation for efficient operation.
Wi-Fi (112) – Wi-Fi is used to connect the device with the mobile phone to operate it remotely.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. We can keep solar panels perpendicular to sun.
2. Through this we can produce more electrical energy.
3. User can manually on and off the whole system depending upon the weather.

, Claims:1. A solar tracking and monitoring system comprising: Solar panel, voltage sensor, current sensor, Light sensor, Temperature sensor, control unit, IMU sensor, Relay, Motor drive, Motor, Wi-Fi Device and Solar power supply.
2. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the control unit electrically connected to the solar panel and configured to manage the orientation and energy flow of the solar panel.
3. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensor configured to detect orientation and send orientation data to the control unit.
4. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the motor adjusts the orientation of the solar panel in accordance with data received from the IMU and light sensor to maximize solar energy capture.
5. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the Wi-Fi communication module configured to transmit system data to a remote device and allow remote monitoring and control.
6. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the light sensor configured to detect the intensity of incident sunlight and transmit data to the control unit.
7. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the temperature sensor configured to monitor ambient or panel temperature and provide data to the control unit.
8. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the voltage sensor and a current sensor configured to monitor electrical output from the solar panel.
9. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the relay configured to manage switching and distribution of electrical power within the system.

Documents

Application Documents

# Name Date
1 202511064023-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
2 202511064023-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
3 202511064023-POWER OF AUTHORITY [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
4 202511064023-FORM-9 [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
5 202511064023-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
6 202511064023-FORM 1 [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
7 202511064023-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
8 202511064023-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
9 202511064023-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
10 202511064023-DRAWINGS [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
11 202511064023-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04
12 202511064023-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [04-07-2025(online)].pdf 2025-07-04